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As the Barrie Colts prepare to face the North Bay Battalion on March 7, 2026, at home, anticipation is high for what promises to be an engaging OHL matchup. The Colts have shown a commendable resurgence, securing three victories in their last five outings. Their home ice advantage could play a crucial role, as the team often performs well in familiar surroundings.
In contrast, the North Bay Battalion come into this game with a robust recent form, having claimed four wins in their last five matches. This momentum positions them as formidable opponents, particularly with their tactical discipline and ability to capitalize on counter-attacks.
Bookmakers have installed the Barrie Colts as favorites, offering odds of 1.53 for a home win compared to 4.44 for an away victory by the Battalion. Our predictive model suggests a 56.9% probability for the Colts to secure the win, while the Battalion have a 22% chance for an upset and an 18% likelihood of a draw.
Both teams possess strengths that could influence the outcome, and while Barrie holds the edge on home ice, North Bay’s strong recent form cannot be overlooked. Ultimately, this matchup remains finely balanced, with no guaranteed outcomes.
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| Barrie 60.2% |
Draw 19% |
North Bay 20.8% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.53 | 4.85 | 4.44 |
Latest Results
| 05.03.26 Barrie Colts – Brantford Bulldogs – 3:5 04.03.26 Brampton Steelheads – Barrie Colts – 2:4 28.02.26 Windsor Spitfires – Barrie Colts – 3:0 27.02.26 Sarnia Sting – Barrie Colts – 1:2 OT 21.02.26 Barrie Colts – Brantford Bulldogs – 7:4 |
05.03.26 North Bay Battalion – Oshawa Generals – 3:4 01.03.26 North Bay Battalion – Niagara IceDogs – 5:0 27.02.26 Sudbury Wolves – North Bay Battalion – 3:6 26.02.26 North Bay Battalion – Kingston Frontenacs – 4:3 22.02.26 Ottawa 67s – North Bay Battalion – 2:4 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.02.26 North Bay Battalion – Barrie Colts – 4:7 07.02.26 Barrie Colts – North Bay Battalion – 3:2 penalties 28.12.25 North Bay Battalion – Barrie Colts – 1:3 19.10.25 North Bay Battalion – Barrie Colts – 3:2 penalties 18.10.25 Barrie Colts – North Bay Battalion – 3:4 |
Standings
2025/26
Western Conference
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Kitchener Rangers ✔ | 62 | 38 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 236:157 | 94 |
| 2 | Flint Firebirds ✔ | 62 | 35 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 237:180 | 87 |
| 3 | Windsor Spitfires ✔ | 60 | 33 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 228:151 | 85 |
| 4 | Soo Greyhounds ✔ | 61 | 28 | 8 | 6 | 19 | 232:183 | 78 |
| 5 | London Knights ✔ | 62 | 25 | 11 | 5 | 21 | 220:186 | 77 |
| 6 | Guelph Storm | 61 | 23 | 4 | 5 | 29 | 209:236 | 59 |
| 7 | Owen Sound Attack | 61 | 19 | 4 | 8 | 30 | 216:253 | 54 |
| 8 | Saginaw Spirit | 62 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 32 | 205:267 | 53 |
| 9 | Sarnia Sting | 62 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 36 | 181:262 | 44 |
| 10 | Erie Otters | 60 | 14 | 3 | 7 | 36 | 156:248 | 41 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Brantford Bulldogs ✔ | 61 | 40 | 3 | 9 | 9 | 269:170 | 95 |
| 2 | Barrie Colts ✔ | 61 | 31 | 11 | 6 | 13 | 220:170 | 90 |
| 3 | Ottawa 67s ✔ | 60 | 35 | 6 | 5 | 14 | 229:146 | 87 |
| 4 | Peterborough Petes ✔ | 62 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 22 | 211:210 | 76 |
| 5 | North Bay Battalion ✔ | 61 | 25 | 9 | 3 | 24 | 210:195 | 71 |
| 6 | Niagara IceDogs ✔ | 61 | 18 | 11 | 6 | 26 | 188:226 | 64 |
| 7 | Kingston Frontenacs | 61 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 28 | 192:191 | 61 |
| 8 | Sudbury Wolves | 61 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 34 | 195:234 | 52 |
| 9 | Brampton Steelheads | 60 | 14 | 1 | 9 | 36 | 144:221 | 39 |
| 10 | Oshawa Generals | 61 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 41 | 155:241 | 37 |
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